Trader Joe’s sells a wide variety of popcorn, everything from pre-popped bagged popcorn to kernels that can be taken home to popped in your favored style. They average from $1.99 to $2.99 for a 5oz bag.
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What Types of Popcorn Are Available at Trader Joe’s?
Popped Bagged Popcorn
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- A kettle corn-style popcorn comes pre-popped, ready to eat straight out of the bag.
- It is not organic.
- It comes in a 5.5 Oz bag at the cost of $2.29 a bag.
- Nutritional facts Calories (150) and Weight Watchers points (8) per 1 cup serving size.
| SERVES ABOUT 5 | AMOUNT | %DV |
| Total Fat | 7 g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 60 mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22 g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber | less than 1g g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 15 g | |
| Added Sugars | 15 g Added Sugars | 30% |
| Protein | less than 1g g | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 20 mg | 0% |
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- A standard pre-popped popcorn with a salty, dill pickled seasoned flavoring to it. A trendy seasonal summer offering.
- It is not organic
- It comes in a 5 Oz bag at the cost of $1.99 a bag.
- Nutritional Facts: Calories (160) and Weight Watchers points (5) per 2 cups serving size.
| SERVES ABOUT 5 | AMOUNT | %DV |
| Total Fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 310 mg | 13% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 0 g | |
| Includes | 0 g Added Sugars | 0% |
| Protein | 2 g | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 60 mg | 0% |
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- A simple-style popcorn with a bold taste. It is pre-popped and seasoned with hand-harvested, fresh Italian white truffles and French sea salt.
- It is not organic.
- It comes in a 5 Oz bag at the cost of $2.99 a bag.
- Nutritional facts Calories (160) and Weight Watchers points (5) per 1.5 cups serving size.
| SERVES ABOUT 5 | AMOUNT | %DV |
| Total Fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 180 mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17 g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 0 g | |
| Includes | 0 g Added Sugars | 0% |
| Protein | 2 g | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 30 mg | 0% |
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- A kettle-style popcorn that is ready to eat out of the bag. It has an excellent flavor blend seasoned with salt and a light maple-sugar glaze.
- It is not organic.
- It comes in a 7 Oz bag at the cost of $2.49 a bag.
- Nutritional facts: Calories (150) and Weight Watchers points (8) per 1.5 cup serving size.
| SERVES ABOUT 7 | AMOUNT | %DV |
| Total Fat | 7 g | NaN% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | NaN% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | NaN% |
| Sodium | 150 mg | NaN% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21 g | NaN% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | NaN% |
| Total Sugars | 14 g | |
| Includes | 13 g Added Sugars | NaN% |
| Protein | 1 g | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | NaN% |
| Calcium | 0 mg | NaN% |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | NaN% |
| Potassium | 30 mg | NaN% |
Popcorn Kernels
Trader Joe’s typically only sells one type of popcorn kernel that can be purchased to take home to pop yourself.
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Trader Joe’s Organic Popping Corn
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- A non-flavored plain popping kernel.
- It is organic.
- 28 oz bag and pricing varies.
- Nutritional facts: Calories (20) and Weight Watchers points (0) per 1 cup popped serving size.
| PER SERVING | AMOUNT | %DV |
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | NaN% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | NaN% |
| Sodium | 150 mg | NaN% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26 g | NaN% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | NaN% |
| Total Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 4 g | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | NaN% |
| Calcium | 0 mg | NaN% |
| Iron | 1.08 mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 0 mg | NaN% |
Best Ways to Cook Trader Joe’s Popcorn
Air Frying
Air frying has taken the country by storm in the last few years. Air frying is quick and convenient, and it seems just about anything can be air-fried if done correctly. There are several different ways to air fry popcorn, but here are a few of the most popular methods.
With Oil:
Air fry a serving size of popcorn kernels with about a quarter tablespoon of air fryer-safe oil. You can use whatever you prefer olive oil, avocado oil, or even coconut oil. Make sure to first preheat your air fryer for about five minutes at 400 degrees, then cook your popcorn for about 7-8 minutes.
Oil-Free:
Use tinfoil to make a bowl of sorts and put a serving size of popcorn in it. Make sure to first preheat your air fryer for about five minutes at 400 degrees, then cook your popcorn for about 7-8 minutes.
Microwave
Microwaving popcorn is a tried and true method that has been done for years. There are a variety of great ways to do it. Here are two:
Paper Bag:
Put your serving size of kernels in a paper bag with oil/butter and any ingredients you may want. Microwave for 2-4 minutes listening for when the popcorn has stopped popping for longer than two seconds.
Glass Bowl:
Put your serving size of kernels in a Glass bowl with oil/butter and any ingredients you may want. Microwave for 3-5 minutes with a ceramic plate over the bowl, listening for when the popcorn has stopped popping for longer than two seconds.
Who Makes Trader Joe’s Popcorn?
Trader Joe’s is a private brand and gets its products from various third-party brands. Some products come from big names like PepsiCo. and Snyder’s-Lance. In contrast, other products come from much smaller providers. The key to it all, though, is Trader Joe’s secret trade agreement that allows them to sell products under Trader Joe’s name. Providers are not allowed to say that they provide products to Trader Joe’s.
Does Trader Joe’s Have Seasoning?
Yes, several different seasoning options are typically available.
- Cheesy Seasoning Blend
- Everything But The Leftovers Seasoning Blend
- Everything But The Bagel Sesame Seasoning Blend
- Nori Komi Furikake Japanese Multi-Purpose Seasoning
Is Trader Joe’s Air-Popped Popcorn Healthy?
It just depends on the product chosen; some are healthier than others. However, their popcorn kernels, if popped without seasonings and butter, are very healthy.
Is Trader Joe’s Popcorn Vegan?
They do have offerings of vegan popcorn and others that are not.
Is Trader Joe’s Popcorn Gluten-Free?
Trader Joe’s popcorn kernels are gluten-free, and most of their pre-popped options are as well.
